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louisaL · 21st February, 2012

Went to L&D hosp after being away a year and didn't recognise any of the staff. Was meant to see the dietcian but saw Chrissy the nurse who didn't understand me at all. She said she wants to speak to the team before I start the milk diet and will call me later.

I've already been preparing myself all weekend and bought all my milk, jelly etc and now she's saying I might not be able to do it

tray · 21st February, 2012

hun get used to being let down by the luton team, there bloody useless, im 18 months out from having my op and only seem them 2 times and that was by me calling them to see me, but they are crap x

louisaL · 21st February, 2012

Hi tray I remember you from last year. Is that mum and daughter still around as the daughter had hers xmas 2010 but it got changed because of the snow. Everyone I saw last year was so nice

And apparently they thought I had an obsession with food last year but no one said and for someone like me who skips meals and sometimes doesn't eat till 3pm I don't think its an obsession?!?

snagglepuss · 21st February, 2012

I would just like to say that I have had nothing but good experiences with Luton & Dunstable Hospital bariatric teams. During my pre and post op they have been extremely supportive. I'm sorry you have had a bad experience with them, but I just wanted to stick up for them, and say not everyone gets a rough deal. One thing to remember is that all of the bariatric surgeons are also responsible for all upper GI surgery at L&D - so for example an urgent stomach cancer op or perforated bowel will take priority over weight loss surgery, and often things get cancelled when a priority case goes in. That's what the NHS is all about, and thankfully so! Patience and determination are the key. Good luck with your journey.

louisaL · 21st February, 2012

Thanks Snagglepuss I will agree up until now I've had been very supported by the staff but just feel disheartened what I was told today.

Obviously Tray like yourself has been through her Op etc so has more to base her experiences on so I can't and wont comment on them as a whole only what I've been through today.

Bellydancer57 · 22nd February, 2012

Please try hard not to be disheartened. Take back control. Did the nurse give you reasons why you can't do the diet you were preparing for? Unless it was due to medical reasons specific to you then there is no reason why you can't go on a 'milk diet'. This type of diet is commonly used & if you do exactly what the diet says then there should be nothing to loose but weight. I am a qualified food scientist so do know the scientific facts behind all of it. I would check back constantly with her to find out what her follow up with the team outcome
is. Good luck.

louisaL · 23rd February, 2012

Hi Bellydancer,

Its because I got to this stage last year and gave up after 8 weeks of the milk diet with 3lbs till my goal of 5% loss

They've thankfully said I can do it now and on day 2 at the moment and everything is going well

Yvessa · 23rd February, 2012

I have to agree with SP - I have not yet had op but apart from one man I have found most of the people at LandD helpful and understanding. If you're not happy Tray, please phone them! If you tell the receptionist alone how you're feeling she will help. If you read my diary you will know that I had a bad experience with one person - they made sure it was sorted that day.

lyzzyanne · 23rd February, 2012

I too have had good care from them, nice people, prompt treatment and help on the end of a phone. I have had calls from them asking how things are going. Today I have my surgeon appointment and appointment to see the anesthetist on the 15th of March!!

daisydaye · 23rd February, 2012

good luck on your diet and hope things work out this year

Emma xx

Bellydancer57 · 23rd February, 2012

Keep up the good work with the milk diet. You will eventually reach your goal. Hope your op date come through soon.
All the best.

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louisaL looking to make a change! louisaL's Profile Albums louisaL's Photo Gallery Join Date: 10th August, 2009 Location: Milton Keynes Posts: 356 Thanks: 246 Thanked 27 Times in 26 Posts Rep Power: 80 Consultant: Mr Jambulingam, Luton and Dunstable Funding: NHS Surgery Type: gastric bypass Surgery Date: 15th May 2012 Gender: Female Start Date: 21st feb Start Weight: 409lb Current Weight: 385lb Goal Weight: 370lb Goal Date: personal goal for pre-op Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 24lb Weight to Lose: 15lb % Lost: 5.87%	Hi tray I remember you from last year. Is that mum and daughter still around as the daughter had hers xmas 2010 but it got changed because of the snow. Everyone I saw last year was so nice And apparently they thought I had an obsession with food last year but no one said and for someone like me who skips meals and sometimes doesn't eat till 3pm I don't think its an obsession?!? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ 1st October 2011 - Referred back to L&D by GP 21st Feb 2012 - Went to L&D to start Milk diet for 5% loss 22nd Feb 2012 - Day 1 done 7th March 2012 - Half way weigh in - 1 stone in 2 week 20th March 2012 - 4 weeks of milk diet complete! 24lbs lost 28th March 2012 - Surgeon - Meeting with Mr Jambulingam 24th April 2012 - Pre Op - 2 stones lost! 15th May 2012 - Op day!!!!! 15th May - 35lbs lost Personal Christmas Goal Last edited by louisaL : 21st February, 2012 at 03:17 PM

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louisaL looking to make a change! louisaL's Profile Albums louisaL's Photo Gallery Join Date: 10th August, 2009 Location: Milton Keynes Posts: 356 Thanks: 246 Thanked 27 Times in 26 Posts Rep Power: 80 Consultant: Mr Jambulingam, Luton and Dunstable Funding: NHS Surgery Type: gastric bypass Surgery Date: 15th May 2012 Gender: Female Start Date: 21st feb Start Weight: 409lb Current Weight: 385lb Goal Weight: 370lb Goal Date: personal goal for pre-op Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 24lb Weight to Lose: 15lb % Lost: 5.87%	Thanks Snagglepuss I will agree up until now I've had been very supported by the staff but just feel disheartened what I was told today. Obviously Tray like yourself has been through her Op etc so has more to base her experiences on so I can't and wont comment on them as a whole only what I've been through today. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ 1st October 2011 - Referred back to L&D by GP 21st Feb 2012 - Went to L&D to start Milk diet for 5% loss 22nd Feb 2012 - Day 1 done 7th March 2012 - Half way weigh in - 1 stone in 2 week 20th March 2012 - 4 weeks of milk diet complete! 24lbs lost 28th March 2012 - Surgeon - Meeting with Mr Jambulingam 24th April 2012 - Pre Op - 2 stones lost! 15th May 2012 - Op day!!!!! 15th May - 35lbs lost Personal Christmas Goal

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louisaL looking to make a change! louisaL's Profile Albums louisaL's Photo Gallery Join Date: 10th August, 2009 Location: Milton Keynes Posts: 356 Thanks: 246 Thanked 27 Times in 26 Posts Rep Power: 80 Consultant: Mr Jambulingam, Luton and Dunstable Funding: NHS Surgery Type: gastric bypass Surgery Date: 15th May 2012 Gender: Female Start Date: 21st feb Start Weight: 409lb Current Weight: 385lb Goal Weight: 370lb Goal Date: personal goal for pre-op Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 24lb Weight to Lose: 15lb % Lost: 5.87%	Hi Bellydancer, Its because I got to this stage last year and gave up after 8 weeks of the milk diet with 3lbs till my goal of 5% loss They've thankfully said I can do it now and on day 2 at the moment and everything is going well Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ 1st October 2011 - Referred back to L&D by GP 21st Feb 2012 - Went to L&D to start Milk diet for 5% loss 22nd Feb 2012 - Day 1 done 7th March 2012 - Half way weigh in - 1 stone in 2 week 20th March 2012 - 4 weeks of milk diet complete! 24lbs lost 28th March 2012 - Surgeon - Meeting with Mr Jambulingam 24th April 2012 - Pre Op - 2 stones lost! 15th May 2012 - Op day!!!!! 15th May - 35lbs lost Personal Christmas Goal

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